Silas Creek Parkway remains closed in both directions west of Buchanan Street because of a broken water main. The break happened about 4:30 p.m. Tuesday. Utilities crews worked through the night on the repair and estimate that it will be this evening before the road is reopened. Detours have been set up, but drivers should take a route that avoids the area if possible.

A break in a water main has forced authorities to close Silas Creek Parkway in both directions near Buchanan Street. Utilities crews are on the scene assessing the situation. Some customers on Buchanan Street have reported a loss of water.

Westbound traffic on Interstate 40 should not attempt to exit at Silas Creek Parkway and should take the Peters Creek Parkway exit instead.